Social Security retirement benefits are not plucked out of thin air, they are the product of a detailed formula that weighs ...

The 2.8% COLA for 2026 is here. We break down the average payment increases for retirees, disabled workers, and survivors to ...

In 2026, some retirees will owe taxes on their Social Security benefits. This is true despite the fact that President Donald ...

Social Security benefits change according to your past and present income, as well as the age at which you began claiming ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) applies an earnings test for anyone who claims retirement benefits before they reach ...

Social Security benefits are eligible for a raise each year. It's important to recognize a big flaw in how cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) are calculated. Though a 2026 COLA should be announced ...

For much of the year, more Social Security beneficiaries focus on the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). The COLA directly impacts retirees’ monthly benefits, increasing payouts to counter inflation.

Needless to say, Social Security is a large, complex program with over 74 million Americans receiving benefits each month. Social Security retirees can claim benefits at different ages, and the amount ...

Some confusion has surfaced as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will not receive a payment during the month of ...

For married couples with unequal historical earnings, it may make sense for the lower income spouse to file for Social Security benefits early or before the higher earner. Ultimately, deciding when to ...